Political Pulse
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Will Bank of Japan Monetary Tightening Process Be a Third-Time Charm?
Last week, the Tokyo stock market experienced historic volatility. The Bank of Japan’s dialogue w...
August 17, 2024
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What the CDPJ Can Learn from the U.K.’s Change of Government
The July general election in the United Kingdom, which brought the first change of government in ...
August 10, 2024
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Japan’s Boards of Education Can Lead Positive Change; Real-Life Examples Show They Needn’t Be Stuck in Past
The words “board of education” can conjure up negative images. You may recall a scene where a boa...
August 3, 2024
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Japan Must Boost its Defenses Against Cyberattacks; Aggressive ‘Hybrid Warfare’ Seen as a Growing Threat
One evening, the power supply from multiple substations suddenly stops, and the power supply cont...
July 27, 2024
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Data Centers Slurp Up Water to Keep Servers Cool; Essential Infrastructure Has Environmental Impact
In 2023, humanity experienced the hottest summer in history. United Nations Secretary General Ant...
July 20, 2024
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Leadership Lacking in LDP Leadership Race; Neither Kishida nor Rivals Show Vision for Nation
“Who is likely to be the next Liberal Democratic Party president?”
...July 13, 2024
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Osaka Expo Failing to Generate Excitement Among Public; Cuisine, Pop Culture Elements Could Spark Interest
The Kansai region, which includes Osaka, is enjoying an inbound tourism boom. According to the Os...
July 6, 2024
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Expect Aso, Suga to Be Key Figures in Chaotic LDP Presidential Election in Sept.
Political reform was a major topic of discussion during the ordinary Diet session that closed on ...
June 29, 2024
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Japan Games Burdens Local Govts. Is Fundamental Reform Possible?
The Japan Games, an annual event hosted by each prefecture on a rotating basis, are at a major cr...
June 22, 2024
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Population Decline Reshaping Japanese Political Scene; Problem Recognized, But Agreement Lacking on Solutions
If you travel to a rural city or town in Japan, you will surely see many empty houses and find th...
June 15, 2024
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Technological Efficiency Brings Both Ease and Unease; Should Machines Do Things We Like to Do Ourselves?
I will never forget a story I heard 10 years ago, when I had the opportunity to study abroad at t...
June 8, 2024
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Kishida’s Paradox: Victory Is Doubtful, but No Challengers Emerge
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has claimed that he surpasses other politicians in his “ability to l...
June 1, 2024
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Currency Exchange Rates Challenge the Bank of Japan; Moves by Fed Further Complicate Japan’s Situation
In March of this year, the Bank of Japan under Gov. Kazuo Ueda ended the longstanding “different-...
May 25, 2024
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Japan’s Sakishima Islands at Risk in Tense Region; Civil Defense Preparations Underway in Yonaguni
It is natural for parents to try to explain things to their children as easily as possible. In my...
May 18, 2024
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Holistic Teaching in ‘A Country of Extraordinary Resilience’
When education is subjected to extreme situations, its true essence is revealed. The actions of t...
May 11, 2024
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